Abstract

FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF HERBAL SYRUP FOR TREATMENT OF COUGH AND ASTHMA

Dr. Vijay B. Jadhav, *Mr. Akshay Musale and Mr. Dhananjay Musale

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Abstract

The present study focuses on the formulation and evaluation of an herbal syrup intended for the effective management of cough and asthma. The formulation incorporates traditionally used medicinal plants known for their antitussive, bronchodilator, and expectorant properties, including Aloe indica Royle, Adhatoda vasica, Holy Basil, and Zingiber officinale. These herbal ingredients were selected based on their documented phytochemical constituents and therapeutic efficacy in respiratory ailments. The syrup was prepared using standard procedures, with suitable sweeteners and preservatives to enhance palatability and shelf-life. The formulation underwent a series of evaluations, including physical parameters (Color, pH, viscosity, taste), and stability studies. Results indicated that the herbal syrup possessed significant antitussive and bronchodilatory effects, with favorable physicochemical properties and stability. The study concludes that the developed herbal formulation can serve as a safe and effective alternative treatment for cough and asthma, supporting the use of traditional herbal remedies in modern pharmaceutical formulations.

Keywords: Herbal Syrup, Cough, Asthma, Extraction, Evaluation.